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Court Lists Broadmeadows Magistrates’ Court Plaintiff / Informant / Applicant vs Defendant / Accused / Respondent. Information Division. Criminal Case Listings Wednesday, October 21 Traffic Camera Office - Traffic Camera Office v Autohouse Investments Pty Ltd. Melbourne Victoria Police - Versailles, K (42551) v Button, Katie. UniRingwood Victoria Police - Tuddin, J (42344) v Ilijoski, Oliver. Fawkner Victoria Police - Gaudelius, E (43481) v Sullivan, Jayden. Hume Victoria Police - Haberecht, S (40294) v Baker, Kemal. UniBrunswick Victoria Police - O'neil, M (45665) v Beriman, John Michael. Uni-Camberwell Victoria Police - Gicevski, D (43623) v Beriman, John Michael. Uni-Sunbury Victoria Police - Broadbear, J (44101) v Lin, Bridget. UniBroadmeadows Hume City Council - Bezanovic, R v Adam, Davud. Hume City Council Victoria Police - Yelverton, N (42325) v Burrowes, David. UniSunbury Victoria Police - Squire, M (35250) v Koustoulitis, Paul. UniDoncaster Victoria Police - Wright, P (44705) v Koustoulidis, Paul. UniBroadmeadows Victoria Police - Coutts, D (36702) v Koustoulitis, Paul. UniKeilor Downs Victoria Police - Williamson, T (46050) v Koustoulitis, Paul. PcetBroadmeadows City Of Moreland Vassilacopoulos, K v Masters, Aaron John. City Of Moreland Victoria Police - Greenwell, K (44623) v Burns, Ashleigh. UniBendigo Victoria Police - Williamson, B (41774) v Juricic, Tomislav. CiuHume Victoria Police - Katon, R (41392) v Juricic, Tomislav Ante. Fawkner Victoria Police - Bisogno, N (40184) v Button, Katie. Ciu-Hume Victoria Police - Garbutt, E (35708) v Atkinson, Leon James. Highway Patrol-Seymour Victoria Police - De Lorenzi, D (40463) v Tate, Dale. Ciu-Darebin Victoria Police - Andrew, E (45248) v Margiolis, Annette. UniBroadmeadows Victoria Police - Williams, G (37972) v Yalda, Sadeq. UniCraigieburn Victoria Police - Neville, H (41237) v Bayeh, Tony. UniFawkner Victoria Police - Greenwell, K (44623) v Bottams, Brittany. UniBendigo Victoria Police - Linssen, S (42733) v Atkinson, Leon. UniSwan Hill Victoria Police - Voswinkel, M (37079) v Atkinson, Leon. UniGisborne Victoria Police - Palma, S (45445) v Adams, Andrew Neil. Uni-Sunbury Victoria Police - Kerr, L (42592) v Orhan, Ferad. Dru-Fawkner Victoria Police - Gallop, M (43008) v Atkinson, Leon. UniEchuca Victoria Police - Rizzo, V (40491) v Revell, Leigh. DruFawkner Victoria Police - Beattie, C (45683) v Yalcin, Arzu. PcetMernda Victoria Police - Cotter, B (37599) v Behrndt, Lara. CiuWhittlesea

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Victoria Police - West, J (42227) v Meekin, Aaron. Uni-Fawkner Victoria Police - Anderson, D (42494) v Merhebi, Azmi. CiuMoreland Victoria Police - Gicevski, D (43623) v Beriman, John. UniSunbury Victoria Police - Keegan, T (43391) v So'oula, Amuamu. UniBrunswick Victoria Police - Grech, K (42343) v Mcmullan, Jasper. Highway Patrol-Fawkner Victoria Police - Hall, J (45389) v Gatt, Brendan. Uni-Keilor Downs Victoria Police - George, D (29040) v Atkinson, Leon. UniEchuca Victoria Police - Roberts, R (45019) v Hoffman, Wayne. UniMoonee Ponds Victoria Police - Mcleod, B (36743) v Atkinson, Leon. UniEchuca Victoria Police - Leach, D (38188) v Coall, Darren John. Highway Patrol-Fawkner Victoria Police - Ashworth, C (43071) v Murad, Benjamin. CiuMoreland Victoria Police - Wren, R (40717) v Fneich, Ibrahim. CiuMoonee Valley Victoria Police - Mcfarlane, A (39495) v Danaher, Danielle. Highway Patrol-Fawkner Victoria Police - Dewey, T (43541) v Savvides, Benjamin. Uni-Broadmeadows Victoria Police - Dewey, T (43541) v Staff, Ashlee. UniBroadmeadows Victoria Police - O'halloran, P (42009) v Natano, Elias. UniCraigieburn City Of Moreland - Gallo, M v Southurst, Truly Narelle. City Of Moreland Victoria Police - Tuddin, J (42344) v Ilijoski, Oliver. Fawkner Victoria Police - Hart, S (39262) v Sacal, Ali. Highway PatrolFawkner Victoria Police - Hart, S (39262) v Tett, Matthew. Highway PatrolFawkner Victoria Police - Lowe, M (42608) v Linos, Terry. UniMoonee Ponds Victoria Police - Gicevski, D (43623) v Beriman, John. UniSunbury Victoria Police - Revett, A (43117) v Landy, Charlene. UniFlemington Victoria Police - Neville, H (41237) v Gourgouletis, John. UniFawkner Hume City Council - Karaitiana, R v Wallis, Jillian. Hume City Council Hume City Council - Karaitiana, R v Vidotto, Nikita. Hume City Council Hume City Council - Karaitiana, R v Kilinc, Naciye. Hume City Council Hume City Council - Volpato, J v Birmingham, Kloe. Hume City Council ● Full list at www. magistratescourt.vic.gov.au

Local Briefs Where is Kuol?

● Kuol Deng ■ Police are appealing for public assistance to help locate missing Sunshine North teen Kuol Deng. The 17-year-old was last seen by his family in Sunshine North at 12.30am on Saturday (Oct. 17) Police and family have concerns for his welfare as he suffers from a medical condition requiring treatment. Kuol is 185cm tall with a thin build, and was wearing a black Adidas pants, blue Adidas jumper with a black North Face vest over the top and white Nike Air shoes when he went missing. Police have released an image of Kuol in the hope someone recognises him and can provide information regarding his current whereabouts.

Armed robbery ■ Three men have been arrested following an alleged armed robbery and stabbing in Werribee on Sunday morning (Oct. 18). Emergency services were called to the intersection of Heaths and Tarneit Rds about 1.20am. The victim was reportedly approached by three males, who allegedly stole the victim’s phone and car keys. During the incident, the victim was believed to have been stabbed a number of times and remains in hospital in a stable condition. Wyndham Crime Investigation Unit detectives, uniform police, Dog Squad and Air Wing arrested three men after a coordinated search. A 19-year-old Deer Park, a 25-year-old Hoppers Crossing man and a 26-year-old Point Cook man have been charged with armed robbery and intentionally cause injury and were remanded in custody to appear before the Melbourne Magistrates’ Court on Sunday morning.

Thanks: Suleyman ■ Natalie Suleyman, St Albans MLA, has thanked her electorate: “It has been a very tough time, but we have united to support one another during COVID-19—from our school community to our local organisations and our places of worship, and in particular the Quang Minh temple in donating thousands of masks and PPE gowns to Sunshine Hospital and our wider community. “I also want to acknowledge the hard work and dedication of our teachers and parents and all students. Last week I met with the CEO of Foodbank Victoria, Dave McNamara, and the principals of both Keilor Downs College and Victoria University Secondary College, Linda Maxwell and Elaine Hazim, to discuss the important work of school breakfast programs and many other issues during COVID. Everyone is doing their bit, including our local businesses, so I urge our community to continue to support local. “Finally, to our healthcare workers at Sunshine Hospital, I want to thank you for your resilience and your courage,” Ms Sulerman said.

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Brimbank Advocate

Voting closes Friday ● Danny Pearson, Essendon MLA Essendon MLA Danny Pearson took the unusual step of sending birthday wishes to his Ballarat-based uncle from State Parliament last week. “Earlier this year my uncle Barry Ward celebrated the grand milestone of his 80th birthday. Unfortunately due to the Coronavirus pandemic we were not able to come together and celebrate in person; however, I do want to acknowledge Barry’s contribution to his community and to the Australian Labor Party. Barry married my aunty Glenys and together they raised four children in the wonderful community of Ballarat. Barry has made a lifelong contribution to our party and the Ballarat community over many decades. Be it at the local ALPbranch or his beloved lawn bowls club, Barry has always put in. On behalf of our party, Barry, I just want to thank you so much for everything you have done. Our party and Ballarat are both better off as a consequence of your endeavours and spirit. Happy 80th birthday. I look forward to seeing you soon to celebrate.” Katie Hall, Footscray MLA, has spoken of grant money for local arts groups. “In particular the Reverence Hotel, which was once voted Melbourne’s best live music venue, has been taken over by the amazing James Young from Cherry Bar. It is going to be called the Westwood. I was very pleased to ring James to tell him that they would be provided with $100 000 to make sure that they can bring live music back to Footscray. The incredible Kindred Studios, which is a co-working space and live music venue, will be getting $50 000. Pride of Our Footscray, which is an incredible space in Footscray and a real community place, is getting $80 000. Brunswick MLA Tim Read wants to see the State Government support outdoor entertainment. “If you wander up Nicholson St, just up there, in the late afternoon, you might catch the Brunswick East Entertainment Festival— four women in fluoro wigs and hot pink dancing on their lawn to 1980s disco classics. They are greeted by toots and waves of support from grateful locals, starved of any variation from the sameness of lockdown. They are performers, exponents of physical theatre, with nowhere else to perform. Indoor performance was first to close and likely will be last to reopen, thanks to the COVID shutdown. Performers and the whole ecosystem of creative and technical people who support them have no work and no income, save for the recently diminished JobSeeker and an inadequate patchwork of small grants. There is nothing quite like live performance. Every performance risks something going wrong or falling flat, and that risk excites the audience and we are relieved when it all works—they got away with it, we had fun watching. Perhaps that is part of the healing power of the arts, something we all need right now. So with indoor performance cancelled for some time yet, I encourage the State Government to support indoor performers so they are still there to delight us in the future,” Dr Read said.

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■ Postal voting in this year’s local Council elections closes at 6pm this Friday (Oct. 23). To be valid, voting papers must be lodged in Australia Post mail boxes by that time. Council elections are being held in the municipalities of Brimbank, Hobsons Bay, Hume, Maribyrnong, Moonee Valley and Moreland. There will be no in-person voting or polling booths conducted in this year’s elections. Ballot papers were mailed to voters’ home addressses earlier this month.Residents need to follow the instructions on the ballot pack and return their completed vote before 6 pm on Friday for their vote to count. “Postal votes can be received in the mail until 12 noon on the fifth working day after election day, as long as the voter voted before the close of voting on Friday, OCtober 23,” said a Victorian Electoral Commission representative. “To vote correctly in a local council election you must number every box on the ballot paper in the order of your choice. Ballot papers that are not completed correctly – for example, the voter uses ticks or crosses – are declared informal and set aside to be checked.” The official declaration of the polls is due to be held on Friday, November 13. Progressive counting will be posted at the VEC website.

■ A total of 88 search warrants were executed by Police at addresses across the, including in suburbs such as Caroline Springs, Deer Park, Werribee, North Melbourne, Cranbourne, Dandenong, Pakenham, Corio, and Bell Post Hill. These warrants resulted in the seizure of items such as illicit firearms, drugs, and prohibited weapons such as knives, tomahawks, swords, tasers, knuckle dusters, and machetes.

Moonee Valley Gazette Spoonville Central

■ Spoonville has taken over Moonee Valley, with more than 25 different ‘villages’ popping up over the last few months. The congregations of decorated spoons have been assembled on nature strips throughout the municpality. It is thought that further villages will be seen as Halloween approaches. A three-metre distance for roads and car parks is recommended. ● Warwick Gately, VEC Commissioner

Ahmed wanted on warrant KNOWN IN BRUNSWICK ■ Police are appealing for public assistance to help locate Ahmed Alroffie aka Ali Sammey Bader. The 38-year-old has two outstanding warrants for contravening a court order. Alroffie is described as 172cm tall, with a medium build, black hair and brown eyes. He is known to frequent Melbourne’s CBD and the Brunswick area. Investigators have released an image of Alroffie in the hope someone may have information on his current whereabouts. Anyone who sights Alroffie or has information about his current whereabouts is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or make a confidential report at www. crimestoppersvic.com.au

88 warrants

Moreland Courier Signs at Coburg

■ Lizzie Blandthorn, Pascoe Vale MLA, last week spoke in Parliament about new signs near Coburg Primary School. “What road safety benefits will be delivered to central Coburg as a result of the new speed signs installed and to be switched on near the intersection of Bell St and Sydney Rd? The central Coburg precinct, especially near the intersection of Bell St and Sydney Rd, is a highly frequented area for motorists and pedestrians alike. “

Hume Observer VCAT refusal

■ An application brought by Eman and Mahmoud Machlouch, registered proprietors of land at 104 McBryde St , Fawkner, seeking declarations of an existing use right to use as a dwelling, has been refused by the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal. The pair wanted declarations that the existing use complies with the Moreland Planning Scheme, and that the Council issue a certificate under the Act that the land has benefit of existing use rights . ● Ahmed Alroffie aka Ali Sammey Bader.

Praise for Coburg teacher ■ Lizzie Blandthorn, Pascoe Vale MLA, has used a spot in State Parliament to praise the work of Coburg Primary School principal Ms Jane Greig-Hancock. Ms Greig-Hancock was named one of three finalists shortlisted in the Victorian Education Excellence Awards outstanding primary principal category. “This is a fantastic achievement for Jane, and it is a fantastic achievement for Coburg Primary School. It is certainly a testament to Jane’s ongoing hard work, her dedication and her commitment to the families and the students of Coburg Primary School. “Jane’s work has been fostered a visibly welcoming and connected school community, one that I am privileged to participate in on many occasions. “Jane has been recognised in this award category for her work in ensuring her staff work together alongside her in the construction of the school and in delivering that vision. “I am sure that the Coburg Primary School students, the parents, the teachers and the support staff are immensely proud of Jane’s achievements and join with me in congratulating her on this fantastic acknowledgement.”

Maribyrnong Mail Commodore taken

■ Maribyrnong Crime Investigation Unit detectives are appealing for public assistance after a Holden Commodore was stolen during a burglary in Footscray. Investigators believe two men entered the secure car park of a premises on Saltriver Place about 9.40am on Tuesday, October 6. Once inside they made their way to the Commodore, which is valued at $50,000, and broke into the vehicle before driving it away.

Hobsons Bay Mail Crs say goodbye

● Lizzie Blandthorn, Pascoe Vale MLA

■ Hobsons Bay Council will have a new look after voting concludes at 6pm this Friday (Oct. 23). Outgoinbg Mayor Cr Colleen Gates, her deputy Cr Sandra Wilson, and long-serving Cr Angela Altair, did not re-nominate for the next four-year term. Nor did retiring Councillor Michael Grech. Cr Altair has been on Council for 21 years, and served six terms. The popular Cr Altair is a mother-of-three and well regarded for her civic service.

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● Professor Brett Sutton, Chief Health Officer. “Back in August and at our care. And communities – entire ■ “There's been plenty said about how challenging 2020 has been,” peak, we reported 725 daily cases. countries – confronting the reality Victorian premier Daniel Andrews At the same time, the UK re- that this will be “normal” until there is a vaccine. corded 891. said on Sunday (Oct. 18). “We have escaped that awful Today, as Victoria records two “And it’s true. This year has asked more of us – taken more new cases, the UK hit 16,171. And eventuality. With modest acts of as we continue easing our restric- greatness and kindness, we have from us – than any year, ever. “But 2020 has also proven, with- tions – they are being forced to endured this – together. out doubt, the incredible courage increase theirs. “Today, and on the strength of “We are seeing states and cit- that success, we’ve been able to of Victorians. “:We have found it in ourselves ies, not so different from our own, progress a number of changes. to stay the course. And as a state – overwhelmed by their second “I know these changes can’t millions strong – we are defeating wave. be absolutely everything everyone “Doctors and nurses being wants. But they are the steps we this virus. “Other places around the world asked to decide which of their can safely take that will make life patients are most worthy of their a little bit easier. have not been so successful. care. “From 11:59pm tonight [Sunday], the five-kilometre limit for exercise and shopping will be ex■ Victoria recorded four new cases of Coronavirus in the 24 hours tended to 25 kilometres. The twoto Monday (Oct. 19), with the total number of cases at 20,319. hour time limit for exercise and There wasone new death from COVID-19 reported since the socialising will also fall away. previous day, a man aged in his 90s. To date, 817 people have died “Outdoor sports settings like from Coronavirus in Victoria. tennis courts, golf courses and Of Monday’s four new cases, one was a case who previously skateparks will be able to reopen. tested positive in July and further investigation is under way. Three “All allied health professionof Monday’s cases are from the same household in Melbourne’s als currently operating will be north. able to resume routine face-toThree of Monday’s new cases are in the local government area face care. of Hume and the fourth case is in Moonee Valley. “Outdoor real estate auctions A testing centre was established in Kilmore following Monday’s will be able to take place with up announcement of a recent case reported in a staff member at Kemp’s to 10 people, plus the required Bakery in Kilmore. staff. The staff member lives in metropolitan Melbourne and worked “And in good news for those at the bakery between October 1-11. Investigations have now estabsizing up the scissors or cautiously lished this case worked while infectious on October 8 and 9 - these contemplating a buzzcut – hairwere night shifts when the bakery was not open to the public. dressers will be able to open, with Kemp’s Bakery in Kilmore and Wandong have been closed for strict safety protocols in place. cleaning. All staff have been tested and are negative and those iden“From tonight [Sunday], groups tified as close contacts of the staff member will quarantine for 14 of up to 10 people from two housedays. holds will also be able to gather in Anyone in Kilmore or Wandong should get tested if they have outdoor public places. That could any symptoms, however mild and isolate until they receive their be for exercise – or a picnic in the results. Testing is available at the Kilmore District Hospital. park. “I know some people will reasonably ask why it’s limited to two ■ The average number of cases diagnosed in the pior 14 days (Oct. households – and not five or ten. 5-18) for metropolitan Melbourne was 7.2 and regional Victoria But by limiting the number of was 0.5. The rolling daily average case number is calculated by households, we’re limiting any averaging out the number of new cases over the past 14 days. potential spread of the virus. The total number of cases from an unknown source in the prior 14 “We’re also able to get thoudays (Oct. 3-16) was 15 for metropolitan Melbourne and zero from sands more Victorians back to regional Victoria. The 14-day period for the source of acquisition work – particularly those who data ends 48 hours earlier than the 14-day period used to calculate work outside. That includes the new case average due to the time required to fully investigate a tradies undertaking outdoor maincase and assign its mode of acquisition. tenance and repair work, mobile The 15 mystery cases in the previous 14 days (Oct. 3-16)) were in pet groomers and photographers. the following postcodes, 3015, 3024, 3025 (two cases), 3037, 3047, “These are the changes we 3073 (two cases), 3081, 3128, 3130, 3152, 3173, 3175 and 3184. can safely make from tonight. “We need to wait just a bit ■ Premier Daniel Andrews said last Sunday: “I understand that for longer – until 11:59pm on Novemsome these changes won’t be enough. They’ll want more – and ber 1 – to take the rest of the Third they’ll want it sooner. Step that will see retail, hospital“But the whole way through this, we have been guided by our ity and personal care services public health experts and their advice. None of us ever want to do open again. this again. This is a timeline that is based “We have come too far – sacrificed too much – to give up now. on the current advice of our pubWe are so close. These are the safe, steady steps that will see us out lic health team,” MrAndrews told of this – and see us through to the other side,” Mr Andrews said. Victoria.

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■ Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews has hinted that there may be an earlier-than-planned release from restrictions. “If we continue to track well on the most important indicators – case averages, mystery cases, test numbers and the number of days people wait before they get tested – we may be in a position to move sooner,” Mr Andrews said last Sunday (Oct. 18). “These indicators help tell us the story that sits behind a case – and understand how we can safely make our next moves. “My commitment to Melburnians: we’ll review this data each and every day this week and when we get to next weekend, if we can move any earlier and do it safely, we will. “When we do reach the Third Step it will also mean we move from “stay home” to “stay safe” – with no restrictions on the reasons to leave home. “Under this step, all remaining retail will open. Restaurants, cafes and pubs will open. And personal and beauty services will be able to offer treatments to clients – as long as a face mask can be worn. “These businesses will be able to have staff onsite for a ‘dark opening’ from October 28, giving them time to prepare to open their doors to the public. “We'll also be able to go a bit further on home visits too – allowing households to have two people and their dependents visit their home once per day. “The other aspects of our roadmap – from accommodation to outdoor sport – will also be introduced. “I know there’ll be plenty of people who want to know when they can head to regional Victoria. “And unfortunately, for now, that’s off the cards. As we’ve seen this week, this virus is wildly infectious – and we all need to help protect the hardwon gains of our regional communities. “Because we are doing so well in regional Victoria, we’re able to make a few changes there too. “From tonight [Sunday], regional libraries and toy libraries will be able to open to a maximum of 20 people indoors. “People will be able to hold outdoor religious gatherings with up to 20 people – and 50 from November 1. “And in good news for our regional hospitality businesses, they'll be able to host up to 40 customers indoors and up to 70 outdoors from 11:59pm tonight. “Staying safe is more important than ever. So please, keep wearing a mask, keep maintaining your distance – and if you feel sick, get tested and stay home,” Mr Andrews said last Sunday.

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Your Stars with Kerry Kulkens ARIES: (March 21- April 20) Lucky Colour: Peach Lucky Day: Monday Racing Numbers: 3.2.6.5. Lotto Numbers: 3.12.26.24.40.44. There could be a few surprises around if you are planning travel even it should be mostly a favourable period it would be wise to check everything first. Some luck with a person born under the sign of cancer. A good time to get away from it all if possible. Plans could go astray. However, this is only a temporary condition. Wiser to keep the peace at home instead of provoking friction. Although a good period in general, it is wise to seek the help of an expert before agreeing to anything that could tie up your money. Romantic ventures could surprise during this period. TAURUS: (April 21- May 20) Lucky Colour: Green Lucky Day: Wednesday Racing Numbers: 5.6.2.5. Lotto Numbers: 5.12.23.36.39.8. Help and assistance coming from unexpected quarters and it should be a good time to start a new course in some healthy matters, exercise or vegetarian cooking. Keep out of the way of gossipmongers. Personal problems should be sorting themselves out. Maybe its best to ask people around you their opinion and it should clear the air. Someone nice could show and interest in your future plans. Your thinking process should be clearer and the ideas people amongst you are quite brilliant. Communicating on a personal level presents a few problems. Keep to the proven facts when expressing opinions around loved ones. Energy levels could be low. GEMINI: (May 21- June 21) Lucky Colour: Yellow Lucky Day: Friday Racing Numbers: 2.3.5.6. Lotto Numbers: 2.13.25.40.5.44. You might have to keep quiet and out of the way of troublesome people for the next few weeks to avoid arguments in your circle of friends. Your love life could be in for a boost and some happy moments around the corner. Anything you work out ahead will work out successfully. New friends could change your expectations and give financial support when you need it most. An object you thought lost forever shows up. Many will find that what they feared most was only an illusion. Contacts will be established that could improve your career prospects. CANCER: (June 22- July 22) Lucky Colour: Lilac Lucky Day: Monday Racing Numbers: 2.3.6.2. Lotto Numbers: 2.13.5.19.7.22. You might need to take care of your mouth in more ways than one dental problem could occur and a slip of the tongue could get you into trouble. Better period financially. New ventures and greater independence for you and many will be planning major changes, moving to distant places. Some will become more involved with the entertainment industry. This should be a happier period. Some will be inclined to take on more work and added responsibility. LEO: (July 23- August 22) Lucky Colour: Blue Lucky Day: Wednesday Racing Numbers: 5.6.2.3 Lotto Numbers: 2.13.26.24.40.11. Travel plans could be altered so be prepared to be flexible. Some very tempting propositions coming your way, keep a clear mind of what you really want. Surprise gains in financial matters. Communication could have some big problems so try to sort out your domestic affairs soon. Big changes in career matters and some improvements on your home environment will surprise. Dealing with the right people will be successful but keep your plans under your hat for now. Domestic matters could try to interfere with your future plans so keep the peace if you can. VIRGO: (August 23- September 23) Lucky Colour: Cream Lucky Day: Tuesday Racing Numbers: 2.3.2.1. Lotto Numbers: 2.13.26.36.34.40. Not a good time to invite anyone to stay with you and make sure no one is in a position to steal from you. Someone might need your assistance in emotional problems and some luck in games of chance. Payments from past could help you out of a financial problem. Surprise encounter could turn into a romantic interlude if you do not let convention stop you. Back to basics will help you to evaluate your present situation and do something positive about it. Improvements might not go as fast as you would like them to but they happen just the same. LIBRA: (September 24- October 23) Lucky Colour: Silver Lucky Day: Saturday Racing Numbers: 5.6.2.3. Lotto Numbers: 5.12.26.36.30.22. Things should be moving faster and better than they have for some time and you should be able to achieve some of your long-term aims. Very good period romantically, someone seems to have his or her eye on you. Good period for re starting many of your former enterprises also a good time to find things you thought lost. Money matters are improving and more work is available. You could be made to alter your plans by someone you least expected, but do not spoil the time by sulking about it. Your chances to get something done could be minimal just now. SCORPIO: (October 24- November 22) Lucky Colour: Blue Lucky Day: Sunday Racing Numbers: 2.3.5.2. Lotto Numbers: 2.13.25.40.6.20. Rewards from deeds done in the past and recognition of your achievements most likely. Prosperity should be just around the corner for many and your hunches should pay well during this period. Not a good period for mixing business with pleasure ad problems could arise from communications breakdown. Romance is in a better position and some happy moments are possible. Very good period for romance and matters of the heart. If you are one of the seekers you could stumble overt the right solutions by mistake. Do not borrow or lend during this period. SAGITTARIUS: (November 23- December 20) Lucky Colour: Pink Lucky Day: Sunday Racing Numbers: 5.6.9.8. Lotto Numbers: 5.12.26.36.37.44. Some difficulties in redeeming possessions that have been promised, you might have to engage a professional person for help. Real estate and land could be playing a big part in this period dealing. A good time to push personal ambitions and try for something that could be available on the next rung up. Keep your criticisms of work mate's actions to yourself or you could say or do something you may later regret. Not a good period to handle personal finances, so guard against unnecessary spending, wiser to buy only what is essential and pay cash, many will be changing address or involved in renovations. The opportunity to take off on an entirely new path. CAPRICORN: (December 21- January 19) Lucky Colour: Yellow Lucky Day: Tuesday Racing Numbers: 4.6.2.1. Lotto Numbers: 4.12.15.26.34.44. An interest or hobby could take you away from your usual surroundings and give you a new lease of life. Health should improve and talk about moving or travel is very prominent. You could be able to help someone in need. An interesting period coming up. Health should be good, better aspects than is usual. You will have to watch what you agree to or problems with the law or authorities can eventuate. A bit of a break from your usual haunts will work wonders for you. Someone close could be acting out of character and confusing you. Wiser to defer any confrontations ad you could receive a definite refusal. For the cautious and courteous there is progress on all levels. AQUARIUS: (January 20- February 19) Lucky Colour: Peach Lucky Day: Monday Racing Numbers: 1.3.2.5. Lotto Numbers: 1.12.15.24.40.22. Thee should be some evidence about improved financial matters very soon. Very busy social life expected and new people to meet and success in romantic matters also indicated. You may feel you are going nowhere at the moment this will soon pass and the chance to reach one of your goals presents itself. Try to avoid people or situations you know that could annoy as your temper wont hold. Others may need your help and you could profit in the long run by giving assistance. Someone soon with the right clout could offer the right chance to rapidly improve your career or financial affairs. Legal affairs are better and deferred until after June. There could be an attack upon your credibility. PISCES: (February 20- March 20) Lucky Colour: Green Lucky Day: Monday Racing Numbers: 5.6.9.3. Lotto Numbers: 5.12.26.36.30.11. Watch your eating habits and your weight this is a period when the good things in life are irristable. Some problems with relationships but this should only be temporary and soon the peace and calm you hope for should prevail. A varied and rewarding period as far as daily life is concerned and the chance of financial luck for the hard worker, promotions and salary increases for most of you. Someone new in your life can bring big changes a tricky period generally and for the married outside activities could be cutting across your domestic activities and this won't endear you to your mate.

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Sunshine West charges ■ Brimbank Sexual Offences and Child Abuse Investigation Team detectives have charged a man following a series of alleged incidents where man was seen inappropriately touching himself in Sunshine West last month. It is alleged the man was seen on two separate occasions on September 11 and 21 in the vicinity of Kororoit Creek Trail. Police were called to a third alleged incident just before 5.30pm on October 11 and a 42year-old man was arrested a short time later. The Sunshine man was interviewed by SOCIT detectives the following day and charged with three counts of sexual activity directed at another person and three counts of sexual exposure. He was bailed to appear at Sunshine Magistrates’ court on July 6, 2021. ★ Police from Taskforce Wayward have arrested three teenagers following a series of alleged incidents in Melbourne’s west. The three Brookfield youths were arrested on October 15 in relation to robbery, armed robbery and theft of motor vehicle incidents in the Manor Lakes and Melton areas between September 30 and October 10. A 14-year-old boy has been charged with

■ A member for Western Metropolitan Region, Ingrid Stitt, MLC, was last week welcomed to State Parliament by Premier Daniel Andrews. Ms Stitt has joined the cabinet as Minister for Workplace Safety and Minister for Early Childhood.

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robbery, theft of motor vehicle, handle stolen goods and bail offences. Another 14-year-old boy was charged with robbery, attempted robbery, attempted armed robbery, theft of motor vehicle and bail offences. A 15-year-old boy was charged with robbery, attempted robbery, attempted armed robbery, theft of motor vehicle and bail offences. All were remanded to appear at a children’s court at a later date.

New fears for Kylee ALTONA NORTH MYSTERY ■ Police are appealing for public assistance to help locate missing teenager Kylee Jongkryg. The 16-year-old was last seen at an Altona North address on October 6 about 4.50am. Police have concerns for Kylee’s welfare due to her age and the length of time she has been missing. Kylee is described as being about 150cm tall with a medium build and long blonde hair. Police have released an image of Kylee in the hope that someone may have information on her current whereabouts. Anyone who sees Kylee is urged to contact Altona Police Station on 9392 3111.

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■ Frank McGuire, Broadmeadows MLA, asked a ‘Dorothy Dix’ question of his colleague James Merlino, Education Master, in State Parliament last week. “How can students in the Broadmeadows electorate benefit from the Victorian Government’s assistance package for Victorian certificate of applied learning and VET students?” Mr McGuire asked. “This is crucial to the life chances of so many young students, and I thank the minister for the assistance package so students can access special consideration to complete their VET qualifications while guaranteeing enrolment at TAFE or dual-sector providers to finish their studies next year. “Broadmeadows is home to Kangan Institute and the skills required for local jobs for local people where they are needed most—particularly in manufacturing, which is what we are trying to bring back. “So redeveloping Kangan Institute for the skills for recovery is really important economically and socially. “I also want to take the opportunity to thank the minister for the $250 million package for 4100 tutors for 200 000 students. This is the innovation we need right here, right now. It will deliver great results and benefits for the community,” Mr McGuire said.

Parks at Sunbury

● Kylee Jongkryg, 16: missing from Altona North

Revitalising Broadie ■ The revitalisation of Broadmeadows was discussed in State Parliament last week by local politician Frank McGuire. “Australia turns to Broadmeadows in times of existential threat. This state district stands as a centre for recovery from the worst recession since the Great Depression and the COVID-19 pandemic,” Mr McGuire said. “Broadmeadows is fast-tracking through deindustrialisation to advanced manufacturing. It is vital in an international quest for a vaccine against the coronavirus and Australia’s mission to secure independent supply chains and national sovereignty. “A leading Australian company, CSL, will manufacture any vaccine against COVID-19 for Australia at its Broadmeadows plant that already exports life-saving blood products. “Less than four years after the Ford Motor Company’s iconic assembly lines fell silent, devastating Broadmeadows and signalling the demise of Australia’s car manufacturing industry, Ford has adapted, manufacturing 100 000 face shields in response to the pandemic alongside its Asia-Pacific centre of excellence for innovation. “Success in attracting hundreds of millions

● Frank McGuire, Broadmeadows MLA of dollars in private-sector investments has proved critical in underwriting this comeback strategy, driving Broadmeadows as a prototype for economic and social recovery, creating jobs, attracting investments, facilitating community development and harvesting the benefits for local families. “The purpose of the Broadmeadows Revitalisation Board 4.0 is to enable the comeback strategy to maximise a unique opportunity: record funding in Federal and Victorian budgets allocated by May and partnerships with Hume City Council, business and civil society for this proud, resilient community.”

■ Josh Bull, Sunbury MLA, last week offered thanks to all involved in increased car parking at the local railway station. “I was absolutely delighted recently to be able to announce the Andrews Labor Government’s plans for a multil-evel car park in Sunbury central shopping district servicing shoppers, local businesses and traders as well as commuters at the Sunbury station,” Mr Bull said. “This is a fantastic project that is a partnership that has been struck with Hume City Council to create over 500 new parking spaces, with 300 of those spaces dedicated to local commuters. “The remaining spaces will be for shoppers, local businesses and traders. I want to take this opportunity to thank the ward councillors, the Hume City Council mayor, Carly Moore, and the CEO. “Most importantly I do want to take this opportunity to thank the many in the local community that have talked to me as their local member about the need for additional car parking. “It is a terrific announcement that has only been made possible by the Andrews Labor Ggovernment. I also take the opportunity to acknowledge the work of Leigh Johnson, Jana Taylor and Geoff Porter from Hume City Council, who have for many years advocated very strongly for the needs of our local community. “They have been terrific local ward councillors, always working very closely to get things done, and I really want to acknowledge their contribution and service to the local community,” Mr Bull said.

Grants in F’scray

■ Katie Hall, MLA for Footscray, has spoken about arts grant in the district. “Australia’s best community arts centre, the Footscray Community Arts Centre, will be receiving $75,000 to reimagine their summer programming so that we can all get back to that space that we love on the lawn overlooking the Maribyrnong River. “The Overland publication, that supports so many emerging writers, will be receiving $35,000. Western Edge Youth Arts will be receiving $58,000; Snuff Puppets, $37,000; and the Women’s Circus, $51 000,” Ms Hall told State Parliament.

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■ Brimbank City Council is delivering thousands of meals weekly and helping support hundreds of vulnerable people during the COVID-19 pandemic as part of a program in partnership with the Victorian Government and local community organisations. The COVID-19 Community Connector Program offers practical assistance and emotional support to vulnerable and isolated people living in Brimbank. It was initially funded to run for six months, until December. Council’s Community Care team has helped provide shopping assistance, food hampers, meals, links to local support agencies, help to access Centrelink payments, masks and hand sanitisers. As part of the Community Connector Program, Council has supported about 118 households and delivered around 2000 meals weekly.

St Albans nod ■ “My electorate of St Albans is home to hundreds of retirement village residents, which I am extremely proud of,” local MP Natalie Suleyman told State Parliament last week. “I have had much pleasure to meet some of them over the years, in particular the residents of Federation Village Sunshine in Albion. “I have had, as I said, the pleasure of working with them over a number of years to provide safer pedestrian access in front of their retirement village on Ballarat Rd in Albion. “I do want to thank the residents of that particular retirement village for their advocacy, which was led by David Richardson, the chairperson of the Albion Federation Village residents committee. “After their advocacy and hard work, $8 million was funded this year to provide traffic lights and safer pedestrian access at one of the busiest intersections in my local area.,” Ms Suleyman said.

Decision aside ■ Substitured plans have been allowed by the Victorian Civil and Administrative Trubunal for the application by Destino Investments Pty Ltd for land at 102 Pier St, Altona. The company wants to construct a multi storey building comprising multi-dwellings and shop/food and drink premises. The decision of Hobsons Bay City Council was set aside by Laurie Hewet, Senior Member of VCAT.

Learner nabbed ■ A leaner driver’s car has been impounded after he was allegedly caught driving at more than four times the legal alcohol limit in St Albans early on Monday morning (Oct. 19). Public Order Response Team members observed a vehicle speeding on Arthur St about 3.45am. A second PORT unit intercepted the vehicle as it mounted a curb and came to a stop on East Esplanade. The 25-year-old driver was breath-tested, allegedly returning a reading of .233. His car was immediately impounded 30 days at the cost of $932.40. The St Albans man will also be attending court to face a number of traffic offences including drink driving and driving while unaccompanied.

Identity sought ■ Police want to identify a man following the theft of a car and a series of vehicle break-ins in the northern suburbs earlier this month. Investigators believe a grey Nissan XTRAIL was stolen from outside a home on Leamington St, Reservoir sometime overnight on October 10-11. It is believed the vehicle was then used by the unknown offender to travel through the Reservoir, Coburg North and Coburg Hill areas where a series of other car breakins were reported.

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Brunswick MP concerned ■ Dr Tim Read, Brunswick MLA (Greens), last week raised his COVID-19 concerns in State Parlia-ment. “My question is for the Minister for Health, and I congratulate the minister for his appointment,” Dr Read said. “Over the past three months we have had thousands of health workers infected by Coronavirus, many in public hospitals. “This, along with the need for staff who have been contacts to furlough, has led to difficulties filling some shifts, whereas hospitals in some parts of the world, often those places with past experiences of SARS, have achieved low or zero rates of health worker infections. “Given the substantial risk of another increase in incidence, what do Victorian hospitals plan to do differently to protect their staff from infection?” Mr Foley replied: “There is no more important group in battling the coronavirus than our last line of defence, our healthcare workers. As we stand here today there are now some 16 healthcare workers who are active cases, and that is substantially down from the height of the second peak.” Mr Foley said of health worker cases: “We will not rest until we get that figure down to zero.”

Editor Ash Long first started newspaper work in 1969. He began writing for local newspapers in 1973. Over those 47 years he has kept extensive diaries and local photo files.

From Our Files - 100 Years Ago October 1920

Robbing railways

● Dr Tim Read, Brunswick MLA

Last seen in St Albans TEEN MISSING ■ Police are appealing for public assistance to help locate missing St Albans teenager Heidi McDonough. The 17-year-old was last seen at her St Albans home on September 29. Police hold concerns for Heidi’s welfare due to her age and the length of time she has been missing. Heidi is described as 175cm tall, with a slim build, light brown hair, brown eyes and fair complexion. She was last seen wearing a khaki jacket, khaki pants and khaki runners. Heidi is known to frequent the Melbourne CBD. Police have released an image of Heidi in the hope someone may have seen her. Anyone who sees Heidi is urged to contact Keilor Downs Police Station on 9365 3333.

Editor’s Diary ■ Railway robbers are of three sorts profcssional thieves, the company's own servants, and the general public. You may shudder at the idea of a respectable member of the great G.P. robbing a railway, but they do it all the same. People who would never dream of picking a pocket or welching a cabman seem to have no conscience whatever so far as a rail way is concerned. Season ticket holders are among the worst offenders. Some use their tickets after they have expired, others use them for distances for which they are not available. The professional thief usually works the goods yard. It is easy enough to slip in at night, and although the companies always keep police on guard, the thief can generally dodge the man in blue. Among the great army of railway servants there are bound to be some bad eggs, and a favourite trick of such is to bore a hole in a cask of beer or spirits, insert a straw, and drink till they can drink no more. They will also steal food from the goods trucks, eggs, butter, cheese, and grain being taken in large quantities.

Becoming ‘dry’ ■ The State Parliamentary elections took place yesterday, and the polling established a record., Returns to hand up to time of going to press showed that the Lawson Ministry is victorious. In our own electorate, Mr. W. H. Everard has the substantial lead of practically 2,000 over Mr. Williams, the next. on the list. n connection with .the liquor referendum " No Licence "' is defeated in the majority of the districts, although it .would appear that two districts Booroondara and Nunawading will become "dry."

Footscray Queens

● Heidi McDonough, 17, of St Albans

Hume group praised ■ The community group, No Toxic Incinerator for Hume, has been congratulated in State Parliament by Melbourne MLA Ellen Sandell (Greens). Ms Sandell praised the group “for their work protecting the environment and their local community’s health”. This group formed in response to a proposal for a massive 500,000-tonne waste incinerator bordering residential and creek land in Craigieburn,” Ms Sandell said. She said that Dr Tim Read, Brunswick MLA, with her support, tabled a petition to the Legislative Assembly with 1393 signatures from locals who oppose this toxic proposal. “These people do not want thousands of trucks driving through their community every day delivering rubbish, including plastics which could be recycled, to be stockpiled and then burnt, releasing furans, dioxins and other toxic chemicals to the air around them, increasing cancer and respiratory health risks. “None of us want yet another industry established that causes dangerous climate change, especially when we know that waste incineration is more polluting than gas per unit of energy generated,” Ms Sandell said.

■ At the Mechanics' Hall on Saturday evening Mr. Leo. H. Reichert, secretary of the Footscray and District Hospital, entertained the "queens" and their attendants in the recent competition." The gathering was of a private character, and those who attended, about 50 in number, spent a most cnjoyable evening.

Yarraville Loop ■ Mr. John Lemmon, M.L.A., has received the following letter, dated 15th October, from Mr. H. W. Clapp, Chief Commissioner of the Victorian Railways, relative to the opening of the Yarraville loop line:-Adverting to the letter from thc Town Clerk, City of Footscray, which you left with me, I beg to say that, provided certain difficulties now existing in connection with the definition of boundaries as. between ithe Melbourne Harbour Trust and the Victorian Railways, Commissioners, are removed, and assuming that work proceeds without any unforeseen interruptions, it should be practicable to open the Yarraville loop line in some where about three months' time.

Paper man dead

● Ellen Sandell, Melbourne MLA

■ Mr. J. M. Barr, who died at the latter end of last week at Ballarat, at the advanced age of 84, was a prominent figure in Footscray in the eighties. In 1882, with the late Mr. A. T. Clark and Mr. W, M. Clark, he was part proprietor of the Williamstown Advertiser, a then newly launched weekly newspaper. A partnership dispute severed the connection, and Messrs. W.M. Clark and Barr then founided the Independent at Footscray. The business was established in Nicholson street.

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Victorian Arts Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery Calendar of Events: October-November Presenting a new series of online events and conversations you can enjoy from home. Robyn Sweaney: During a month-long residency at the Police Point AiR in 2019, Robyn captured Rosebud's post-war suburbia with her painting Between two worlds. Hear more about Robyn's practice from her studio in Mullumbimby on the north coast of New South Wales. Thursday, October 29. 7.30pm - 8pm. ★ Mike Green: Mike Green was born in New Zealand in 1941 and arrived in Australia in 1945. From 1966-1974 he lived and worked in Canada and the ES, returning to live in Australia in 1974. One of the leading artists of his generation, Mike is represented in the MPRG's permanent collection as well as in major studios across Australia. Thursday November 5 . 7.30pm to 8pm. Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery mprg.mornpen.vic.gov.au/mprgtv - Peter Kemp

National Gallery of Victoria

■ NGV announces more than 100 Artists and Designers for NGV Triennial 2020. Exploring some of the most globally relevant and pressing issues of our time, including isolation, representation and speculation on the future , the NGV Triennial will present a large-scale exhibition of international contemporary art design and architecture. Featuring 86 projects by more than 100 artists, designers and collectives from more than 30 countries, the NGV Triennial will open at NGV International on December 19. Comprising an ambitious and diverse selection of works showcasing the vanguard of contemporary practice, the exhibition offers a visually arresting and thought-provoking view of the world at this unique moment. The exhibition is underpinned by four themes - Illumination, Reflection, Conservation, and Speculation - that invite audiences to embark on a journey of exploration and to discover the intersecting ideas through the works on display . The four thematic pillars have emerged from the collective work presented in the NGV Triennial, illuminating the pressing concerns that preoccupy the artists. Designers and architects of our time. Drawing on intimacy and awe, sadness and beauty, ruination and inspiration, these themes present a microcosm of the modern works. Free and exclusive to Melbourne, this is the second instalment of the NGV Triennial which is held every three years. The inaugural exhibition held in 2017, remains the NGV's most attended exhibition to date, with 1.2 million visitors. National Gallery of Victoria 180 St Kilda Rd, Melbourne - Peter Kemp

Media Flashes Joining SEN

■ Nick D'Urbano has left his role as Editorial Assistant at the Herald Sun to join sport station SEN 1116. He will host The Overnight Crowd - the Melbourne station’s overnight program. - Greg Newman

Revenue down

■ Australian metropolitan commercial radio stations recorded $130.402 million in advertising revenue during the September quarter (Q1 FY21), down 28.15 per cent from $181.489 million the previous year, according to figures compiled by Deloitte and released by Commercial Radio Australia.

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This show is Loaded

■ Malthouse Theatre’s premiere production of Loaded is unable to proceed on the stage as planned for Season 2020 due to current live theatre restrictions, so will be reimagined as an immersive four-part digital audio experience. Award-winning Melbourne playwright and theatre-maker Dan Giovannoni (Turbine) has teamed up with Christos Tsiolkas (The Slap) to adapt Tsiolkas’s 1995 debut novel into an audio experience—rewriting Ari’s odyssey from a 21st century perspective. Directed by Stephen Nicolazzo (Merciless Gods) and featuring Roy Joseph (Five Bedrooms), this queer migrant history follows 19year-old Ari—a Greek, gay, and unemployed adolescent in 90s Melbourne—as he searches for an escape, of sorts, via sex, drugs, and dance clubs. In partnership with The Wheeler Centre, Malthouse Theatre will run a companion panel event, Reloading Loaded with author Christos Tsiolkas, writer Dan Giovannoni, director Stephen Nicolazzo, and facilitated by Rebecca Harkins-Cross. The panel members will discuss Melbourne scenes, adaptation hurdles, and why Ari is a character that never gets old. On the decision to adapt Loaded from the stage to an audio experience, Malthouse Theatre’s Artistic Director and Co-CEO, Matthew Lutton said: ‘It’s devastating not being able to experience Loaded live at The Malthouse, but we’re fortunate that Loaded is a story that lends itself brilliantly to a sonic experience. "Ari’s 24 hour romp through Melbourne is perfect for a theatrical work designed to transport you through music and words. With the team located in various states, creative solutions enabled the production to take place in a digital space. Director Stephen Nicolazzo said: ‘We’ve been working on Loaded for almost two years, and like my first encounter adapting Christos’s robust, brutal and tender material for the stage, it has been a deeply personal and soulful experience. “Bringing the work into the realm of audio has illuminated the sheer brilliance of his and Dan Giovannoni’s adaptation and stretched me as a director in ways I could never have imagined.” Creating the experience as an audio play, Daniel Nixon said: “Christos is a delight, the inherent musicality of his text is a dream to

● Roy Joseph in Loaded. realise. Presenting this work as an audio experience has been a unique and challenging process. We’ve worked hard to capture the energy of a live performance, while guiding their listener to create Ari’s world inside their own imagination.” The Loaded audio experience will be on sale to the public from Friday, October 30. Presented in four episodes with accompanying visual elements and available for download through Bandcamp via malthousetheatre. com.au for $25. Total duration is 104 minutes and episodes range from 15-35 minutes each. Reloading Loaded will be available to watch from Tuesday, November 10 at wheelercentre.com Malthouse Theatre would like to thank Sydney Theatre Company for the use of their recording facilities. www.malthousetheatre.com.au - Cheryl Threadgold

Single Ladies ■ Single Ladies, written by Michele Lee, was developed through Red Stitch's INK playwriting program and in its first week of previews in March, when having to close due to pandemic restrictions. To ensure the show goes on, during lockdown with the support of the City of Yarra, Creative Victoria and Red Stitch Theatre, Michele has developed a series of short audio works based on the three characters from Single Ladies Anne (in her 70s), Lilike (50s) and Rachel (20s). Directed by Bagryana Popov, Single Ladies Now is an introduction to the three women, immediately before the plot of the play begins. The monologues have provided an opportunity for the creative team to delve deeper into the characters, and for the actors to inhabit their roles in a different context and deliver in a different medium. Set in the sanitised grunge of Collingwood, Anne, Lilike and Rachel are from different gen-

erations and backgrounds and hold different allegiances to their neighbourhood. Original cast members Caroline Lee, Andrea Swifte and Jem Lai each perform a ten-minute monologue in this mini-album of audio plays, which are available to be accessed by a broader audience (register for free via Red Stitch’s website www.redstitch.net ★ Written by Michele Lee Directed by Bagryana Popov Dramaturgy by Emilie Collyer Performed by Jem Lai, Caroline Lee and Andrea Swifte Sound design and composition by Elissa Goodrich Recorded by Russell Goldsmith With support from the City of Yarra, Creative Victoria and Red Stitch Theatre www.redstitch.net - Cheryl Threadgold

● Roland Perry ■ As I lay claim to being a Crazy Cat Lady, any book that celebrates a feline is going to attract my attention. Best-selling author Roland Perry has just released Red Lead, the story of the Australian ship's cat who survived the sinking of HMAS Perth and the Thai-Burma railway. They say that cats have nine lives, and it sounds like Red Lead used a few of hers up but her story has survived to be told by her admirer Roland Perry. Roland was only eight when he heard about the cat that survived the sinking of HMAS Perth in World War II. Red Lead was the ship's cat, much loved by the crew and by her captain, Hector Waller. Red Lead travelled with the ship for three and a half years, from Java to Changi and then on the Thai-Burma Railway. Red Lead was the companion, mascot and sometime protector for a small group of sailors who made it their mission to keep her alive in the prison camp that was hell on earth. Roland says he wanted to write about this amazing feline survivor because it is an inspirational true story of the bond between man and animal. "They become dependent on each other for survival in hostile territory and against uncompromising enemies from within and without," Roland explains. Roland says the book will obviously appear to cat lovers, but animal lovers in general will enjoy it, and he says that those who wish to comprehend the struggle to survive under far tougher conditions than the current Pandemic will be inspired. "The obstacles met en route through South East Asia, and the character and courage needed to overcome them makes the challenges in the TV series Survivor appear weak by comparison, " he reflects. Roland Perry has written 35 books on subjects ranging from Don Bradman to the Australian Light Horse, and Red Lead sounds like the perfect book to give a cat lover for Christmas. Red Lead by Roland Perry is published by Allen and Unwin. - Julie Houghton

Austen Con

■ The third annual Austen Con celebrates Jane Austen for one day only, running live online on Saturday, November 7. One of England’s most beloved novelists, Jane Austen was born in 1775 and wrote from a young age, initially to amuse her family. Her six major novels, of which Pride and Prejudice is probably the best known, are set amongst the British landed gentry. Completely online and interactive, this year ticket holders can partake in workshops from Bonnet-making and painting, to dancing and baking, with a wonderful array of local and international guest presenters and expert enthusiasts. They are also invited to join lively discussions and watch some of Melbourne’s arts companies bring Austen’s words to life. - Cheryl Threadgold

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Ringwood Historic Photo Collection

● Ringwood Recorder Band. 1950.

● Horses and carriage beside road, near wooden house with turret, probably between Warrandyte and Ringwood. Circa 1910.

● Panorama of Ringwood. 1920.

● Stage coach at Ringwood. 1881.

● Eastland. 1969.

● View from the Town Hall, Ringwood

● Ringwood Lake

● Derailment at Ringwood. 1908.

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Stateside with Gavin Wood in West Hollywood

Spring Carnival kicks off

■ Hi everyone, from my suite at the Ramada Plaza Hotel and Suites comes this week's news.

Out and About

WeHo connection

Study on migraines

■ The Spring Carnival started last Saturday with the running of the Caufield Cup. The West Hollywood connection is that the Managing Director of the Ramada Plaza Hotel and Suites, Alan Johnson, won the Caufield Cup back in 1976 with 'How Now' trained by Colin Hayes with jockey John Stocker on board. Exciting times for Alan Johnson who then went on to win the Magic Millions on the Gold Coast with his good friend Wally Mariani with 'Dancers Joy'. It will be a different Spring Carnival this year with COVID19 restrictions with the horse racing crowds.

Mad Max is back ■ George Miller is back to direct and co-write Furiosa with Nico Lathouris, an origin story based on the character played by Charlize Theron in Mad Max: Fury Road. Taylor-Joy, whose credits include Emma, Split and Glass, will play the lead in the movie which tracks the genesis of the fierce warrior Furiosa before she teamed up with Tom Hardy's Max Rockatansky in Fury Road. Deadline did not specify the roles to be played by Hemsworth, who is set to star in WB's Thor: Love & Thunder, or Abdul-Mateen II, who starred as super villain Black Manta in James Wan's Aquaman. Currently the latter is filming the fourth installment in The Matrix series, directed by Lana Wachowski and starring Keanu Reeves, Carrie-Anne Moss and Jada Pinkett Smith. He plays Bobby Seale in Netflix's The Trial of the Chicago 7 and stars in Universal/MGM's Candyman, which opens next year. His credits include Us and The Greatest Showman. Taylor-Joy recently finished filming Edgar Wright's Last Night in Soho and is currently filming Robert Eggers' The Northman. According to Deadline, Furiosa is in advanced development. Miller will produce with his long-time producing partner Doug Mitchell.

Death on Two And A Half Men

■ Charlie Sheen, Jon Cryer and more of Conchata Ferrell's co-stars are paying tribute to the actress following the news of her death. Ferrell, who played housekeeper Berta alongside Sheen and Cryer on Two and a Half Men died on Tuesday, October 14 as a result of complications following a cardiac arrest. She was 77. "An absolute sweetheart, a consummate pro, a genuine friend, a shocking and painful loss," tweeted Sheen, who played Charlie Harper on the show. "Berta, your housekeeping was a tad suspect. Your 'people' keeping was perfect." Jon Cryer, who starred as Charlie's brother Alan Harper on Two and a Half Men, remembered his friend, who he nicknamed 'Chatty'. "She was a beautiful human," he tweeted. "Berta's gruff exterior was an invention of the writers. Chatty's warmth and vulnerability were her real strengths. I'm crying for the woman I'll miss, and the joy she brought so many."

● Wally Mariani with Alan Johnson

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Dupester duped

■ A New Jersey woman is facing criminal charges after prosecutors say she tried to dupe the public out of thousands of dollars with a GoFundMe campaign seeking donations for her dead son's funeral, the same son she'd actually given up for adoption. Holly Garcia, 33, was taken into custody in late September and now faces charges of computer criminal activity and attempted theft by deception, the Burlington County Prosecutor's Office said in a statement. Garcia wound up on police radar in June after a couple who had adopted her 4-year-old son alerted authorities to a GoFundMe campaign using his photo to seek $5000 in funeral expenses after he had supposedly died of cancer, authorities said. She is said to have created a slew of other fundraising campaigns, including one seeking assistance to care for her toddler son who was going blind in one eye, and another seeking money to buy an urn for her dead son's ashes. Prosecutors say GoFundMe caught wind of the schemes before she could collect any of the donations. She made her first appearance in court last week and now faces possible indictment by a grand jury.

■ Sexual minorities are significantly more likely to experience migraines than heterosexuals, according to a new report suggesting minority stress and discrimination may be the culprit. Researchers interviewed more than 9800 adults from the ages of 31 to 42 as part of the National Longitudinal Study of Adolescent to Adult Health. "We know stress in general can trigger migraines, and since sexual minorities experience discrimination and added stress, it seems logical that could trigger migraines." Just over 85 per cent of respondents identified as exclusively heterosexual, 10 percent were "mostly" heterosexual but somewhat attracted to the same sex and about 4 per cent identified as gay, lesbian or bisexual. (The survey did not encompass gender identity). Gay, lesbian and bisexual participants had 58 percent higher odds of a migraine than their strictly heterosexual counterparts. The "mostly straight" participants had an increased rate of migraines equal to other sexual minorities. Migraine headaches often produce an intense throbbing pain on one side of the head, though both sides can be affected. They can last hours or even days and be accompanied by nausea, vomiting and a sensitivity to light, sound or other sensory input.

● Conchata Ferrell

Dumbing down ■ Social media platform Pinterest announced that it would be limiting recommendations for Halloween costumes that could be considered culturally insensitive. The photo-sharing company issued a statement on its website announcing the move, adding that it would be prohibiting "advertisements with culturally inappropriate costumes, and make it possible for Pinners to report culturally-insensitive content right from Pins." The platform also said that certain searches, including "Day of the Dead costumes," will lead users to information developed by experts and Pinterest employee group PIndigenous "on how to celebrate thoughtfully and respectfully."

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■ How many of your childhood math or science lessons do you remember today? If the answer is barely any, you aren't alone. A recent survey of 2000 US parents finds the average parent these days has the math and science skills of an 11-yearold. Respondents were asked what grade they would be placed in today if they had to take a placement test, and the average answer was sixth grade for both math and science. It's unrealistic to expect anyone to remember everything they were taught in school as a child, of course. Yet the extent to which many American adults feel clueless when it comes to academics is shocking. In all, 42 per cent say they would be "lost" trying to teach their child mathematics. Another 35 per cent express the same sentiment regarding scientific topics.

Bond release 2021 ■ MGM's No Time to Die is officially heading to April 2, Easter weekend, and vacating its November 20 release date. Interestingly enough, this puts the James Bond film starring Daniel Craig on the same weekend with Universal's F9. I hear that the latter is bound to move. Universal is providing no comment on that release date change. Update: The F9 release date indeed has changed.. "MGM, Universal and Bond producers, Michael G Wilson and Barbara Broccoli, announced the release of No Time To Die, the 25th film in the James Bond series, will be delayed until April 2 in order to be seen by a worldwide theatrical audience. We understand the delay will be disappointing to our fans but we now look forward to sharing No Time To Die next year," said the studio in a statement. MGM was the first studio to foresee how the pandemic was going to stall exhibition, and jumped No Time to Die from its Easter weekend release date of April 10-12 to the Thanksgiving frame.

Come and visit us ■ If you are considering coming over for a holiday to see the stars later on in 2020, then I have got a special deal for you. We would love to see you at the Ramada Plaza Hotel and Suites, 8585 Santa Monica Boulevard, West Hollywood. I have secured a terrific holiday deal for readers of the Melbourne Observer and The Local Paper. Please mention 'Melbourne Observer' when you book to receive the 'Special Rate of the Day' for your advance bookings. Please contact Jennifer at info@ramadaweho.com Happy Holidays, Gavin Wood

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Magazine ■ It is hard to believe, but it is more than 100 years ago since Lucille Ball was born. Today, she lives on through her films and re-runs of her television shows such as I Love Lucy, Here's Lucy and The Lucy Show. I thought she was just fabulous. I can remember the first time I saw Lucille Ball in a film - it was at a Saturday afternoon matinee in 1951 and I laughed at her antics in the Fuller Brush Girl playing opposite Eddie Albert. Lucille Désirée Ball was born on August 6th 1911 in Jamestown, New York. The family moved around a lot due to her father's occupation. After he died in 1915, Lucille's mother remarried. It was her grandfather who took Lucille and her brother Frederick to see vaudeville shows. Lucille was enthralled and decided to be an actress. She managed to get work in the chorus of Broadway shows before going to Hollywood where her first small on-screen appearance was in a film titled The Bowery which starred George Raft and Wallace Beery. Lucille persevered but it took her two years and almost 30 film appearances before she was even listed in the credits. Lucille met and eloped with Cuban-born bandleader Desi Arnaz in 1940. It was a stormy relationship and although Lucille filed for divorce in 1944 they reconciled and continued their marriage.

Whatever Happened To ... Lucille Ball By Kevin Trask of 3AW and 96.5 Inner FM Lucille dyed her hair red and appeared in films such as Lover Come Back, Easy To Wed and Sorrowful Jones. In 1949 Lucille was cast in the successful radio series, My Favourite Husband, playing opposite Richard Denning. When the show was being considered for a television series Lucille insisted that Desi Arnaz be cast as her husband. The next door neighbors were to be played by Vivien Vance and William Frawley (who loathed each other off-screen). The first episode of I love Lucy was broadcast in October of 1951. The show went to air ‘live’ in front of a studio audience in Los Angeles and was kinescoped for airing on the East Coast. Desi stepped in when there was a problem

● Lucille Ball with the quality of the film and the show was going to be dropped - Desi paid for quality filming and introduced the three-camera technique on the condition that their company, Desilu, retained the rights to the film stock after the episodes had been aired for the first time. It was a ‘master stroke’ as the show has now been in syndication throughout the world for 60 years. In later years the Desilu Studios produced

shows such as The Untouchables, Star Trek, Mission Impossible and My Three Sons. Lucy and Desi had two children Lucie and Desi Jnr. I Love Lucy was in production till 1960 and when it finished Lucy and Desi divorced. Lucy continued her television career in Here's Lucy and The Lucy Show. She married her second husband Garry Morton in 1961. Lucy was very busy with her Broadway show Wildcat, managing Desilu Studios, television shows and appearing in films such as the title role in Mame. Desi Arnaz passed away in 1986 and Lucy died in 1989. Her final public appearance was at the Academy Awards just four weeks before her death. Although they had gone their separate ways Lucy and Desi still loved and respected each other. Lucille Ball was one of the greatest comedienne's of the twentieth century and as we watch those old shows on television - there is no doubt - we still love Lucy. Kevin Trask Kevin can be heard on 3AW The Time Tunnel - Remember When Sundays at 10.10pm with Philip Brady and Simon Owens. And on 96.5 FM That's Entertainment - Sundays at 12 Noon. www.innerfm.org.au

Culinary extravaganza at Noosa Heads ■ The Noosa Eat & Drink Festival is presenting A Summer Celebration from December 4-6. With COVID presenting challenges for events in 2020, the festival has been reimagined into a series of smaller more intimate events throughout the year. Showcasing Noosa's incredible food and drink experiences, Noosa Eat & Drink - A Summer Celebration is a collection of bespoke events featuring Noosa restaurants, chefs, breweries, distilleries and producers. From long lazy lunches, degustation dinners, food and drink discovery tours, guest chefs, cooking classes, meet-the-maker experiences, winemaker lunches, sunset soirees and perfect picnics, the weekend will truly be a Summer Celebration. The program includes: ■ Palm Cove Comes To Noosa - join visiting chef Nick Holloway from Nu Nu beachfront at Season for a winemakers lunch. ■ The Summer Harvest Lunch at Black Ant Gourmet - On arrival, indulge in a Mead tasting from Amrita Park Meadery or a glass bubbles from Dingo Creek Vineyard while taking a stroll through the glorious displays of local producers then mingle with foodie lovers of all kinds around long tables as chef Jodie Williams of Black Ant Gourmet serves up the Summer Harvest lunch featuring some of the region's best producers. ■ Louise Roderer Champagne Lunch at Frenchies Bistro. Celebrate all things Champagne in paradise in true style with a set 4-course menu designed by Head Chef Fabian Oliveau. ■ La Vida Privato - 7 course private degustation, this 7 course degustation event, in the stunning private dining space of La Vida Restaurant, will showcase the best of Tasmanian produce both from the land and the sea with matched Tasmanian wines; lunch and dinner. ■ Noosa Drinks Tour - an intimate day tour of Noosa's drinks scene curated by Creative Tours visiting Dingo Creek Vineyard, Pomona Distillery and Copperhead Brewery.Beer Dinner at Noosa Springs. ■ Sapori Pugliesi - Italian Fiesta Lunch with Will Cowper at Locale.

Travel

with John Rozentals ■ La Vida Privato - 7 course private degustation, lunch and dinner. ■ The Perfect Perch - Matt Golinski's View Restaurant, Glen Barratt's all day eatery Wild Canary Botanical Bistro, Andrew Wilcox's Peppers Resort and Dominique Rizzo, one of Queensland's leading female chefs creating world class bespoke 'Gourmet Food & Wine Tours' are collaborating to offer an unforgettable evening to showcase the best of the Noosa and Gympie regions, as well as the local producers including long line caught fish, local berries, dairy, fruit and vegetables. Guests are guaranteed an entertaining evening full of fun, with some surprise live performances on the cards too. ■ Beer degustation four-course dinner at Heads of Noosa. ■ Welcome to Summer Party at Café Le Monde with Tim Fuchs. ■ Wandering Folk' Picnic Settings at Peregian Park for or 4 guests. ■ Paella Fiesta at Cooloola Berries. Further events to be announced soon. For booking details head to www.noosaeatdrink.com.au

Take Two

■ Accor is offering travellers the chance to have a 'Take Two' on their missed holiday plans and celebrations. 'Take Two' deals are available at hotels, resorts and apartments across

Australia with room rates from $95 per night. Accor has more than 340 Allsafe hotels, resorts and apartments to choose from in Australia, including international brands such as Sofitel, MGallery, Art Series, Pullman, Swissôtel, Grand Mercure, Peppers, The Sebel, Mantra, Novotel, Mercure, Tribe, BreakFree, ibis, ibis Styles and ibis Budget. Accor's 'Take Two' deals are valid for new bookings made January 31 next year, for stays up until 13 months from the booking date, and are available exclusively. For instance, positioned in the heart of Surfers Paradise, just 160m from the beach, Mantra on View Hotel is available from $136 per night. Visit all.accor.com

Remote Tasmania

■ Take a private expedition into Tasmania's remote south-west next year and enjoy a 5 per cent discount when booking out the Odalisque vessel. Visit Port Davey, Bathurst Harbour - Tasmania's last frontier and a region characterized by rugged, mountainous landscapes, white sandy beaches, mirrored waterways and panoramic views. The purpose-built vessel allows explorers the opportunity to experience and appreciate the south-west while experiencing full comfort and safety. Fresh Tasmanian produce and fine wines are a definite highlight of the escapade. A personal chef will cater to any and all needs, preparing meals to perfectly match palate and dietary needs. Visit www.tasmanianboatcharters. com.au

Capital idea

■ Rydges Canberra, formerly Rydges Capital Hill, has completed its multi-million dollar renovation to deliver an invigorated guest experience. Potential travellers should NOTE: check the status of individual events and establishments with regard to the coronavirus outbreak. - John Rozentals

OK. With John O’Keefe The Kid Kicks On

● Flashback: John Farnham and Ray Burgess ■ The Burgess family has contributed a huge amount of energy and pleasure into the Australian entertainment industry. It started in the sixties when Ray (Dad) came runner-up in New Faces on Australian TV. He went to be a regular on almost every rock and variety show plus supporting big name stars when they visited our shores. Ray had singles in the charts as well as hosting rock programs. Who can forget his chart topper Gloria? Next Burgess on the stage is daughter Casey who started in the entertainment business as a member of Hi-5 kids group. After treading the boards around Oz , Casey left the group and headed to Nashville where she has just released her latest single. Showbiz, it’s in the Burgess blood.

Stuck to his knitting

■ Rolling Stones guitarist Ronnie Wood has been sober for a decade and to help pass the time he has taken up the most unusual of hobbies: he knits scarves. “I learnt it from my Mum,” said Ronnie who has hundreds of scarves lying about his home. Good one, Ronnie.

Haircut for Boy George

■ The franchise for the TV show The Voice has transferred from Nine to Seven for season 2021. It has been confirmed that Boy George has taken a pay cut to remain on the judges panel. The eason i s the severe slashing of the overall production budget. Hopefully that doesn’t damage the entertainment value of the show.

Celebrity Apprentice

■ Nine will be proceeding with a new season of Celebrity Apprentice in 2021. Mark Bouris has been replaced as host, the new kid on the block is UK presenter Lord Alan Sugar. Afraid most of the contestants and judging panel mean nothing to me except for funnyman Ross Noble, founder of Boost Juice Janine Allis , The Veronicas and Anthony Callea. On air date is yet to be announced.

Golden oldies on 9GEM

■ TV stations have been scheduling a record number of repeats during COVID-19. Nine’s digital channel 9GEM has been playing some of the best repeats of local productions. One I noticed was repeats of crazy acts with Don Lane and Bert Newton from The Don Lane Show of the eighties. Also on the same channel was a young Rebecca Gibney in one of the early episodes of Halifax. So for a bit of nostalgia tune your dial to 9GEM . - John O’Keefe

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Movies, DVDs with Jim Sherlock, Aaron Rourke What’s Hot and What’s Not in Blu-Rays and DVDs

Rourke’s Reviews

Top 10 Lists

DAVID ATTENBOROUGH: A Life On Our Planet (Streaming on NETFLIX): Compelling and visually breathtaking feature documentary from legendary naturalist Sir David Attenborough as he reflects upon both the defining moments of his extraordinary life and the devastating changes he has seen. For generations David Attenborough has beamed startling images of all creatures great and small from around the world into our homes, and this time, beginning and ending at Chernobyl, his focus is on us, the human race, and the powerful first-hand account of humanity's impact on nature and the globe that he has witnessed over the decades, and the results are overwhelmingly tragic, frightening and immensely poignant, and without doubt, the most significant and important documentary he has presented to date. Detailing past, present and future, from the depths of the ocean's, the deepest forests, to the highest peaks and cities around the world, he details, with his uniquely soothing yet commanding voice, the stunning eye-popping impact the shock and awe of humanity's blind stupidity and ignorance, and the collision course we are heading towards extinction, but thankfully it is not all doom and gloom, as he has a message of hope for future generations, and ultimately here, this is a brutally honest, phenomenally revealing, profoundly haunting and crucially urgent message that everyone should experience! .... my biggest regret was not being able to see it in cinemas as it was intended to be seen. Stars: *****

Korean Film Festival Oct. 29 - Nov. 5

THE DVD AND BLU-RAY TOP RENTALS & SALES: 1.THE PERSONAL HISTORY OF DAVID COPPERFIELD [Comedy/Drama/Dev Patel]. 2. BLACK WATER: ABYSS [Horror/Thriller/ Jessica McNamee, Luke Mitchell]. 3. WAITING FOR THE BARBARIANS [Drama/Mark Rylance, Johnny Depp, Robert Pattinson]. 4. STAGE MOTHER [Music/Comedy/ Drama/Jackie Weaver, Lucy Liu]. 5. RED SHOES AND THE SEVEN DWARFS [Animated/Action/Adventure]. 6. WE SUMMON THE DARKNESS [Horror/ Music/Thriller/Alexandra Daddario]. 7. YOU SHOULD HAVE LEFT [Mystery/ Horror/Kevin Bacon, Amanda Seyfried]. 8. LOVE SARAH [Romance/Comedy/ Drama/Celia Imrie, Rupert Penry-Jones]. 9. SCOOB! [Animated/Adventure/Comedy/ Voices: Jason Isaacs, Mark Wahlberg].

THE COMEY RULE (Streaming on STAN): Well made two part mini-series starring Jeff Daniels as former FBI Director James Comey and Brendan Gleeson as President Donald J. Trump, the series follows FBI director James Comey in the run-up to the 2016 election, and into the early months of Donald Trump's presidency, and how these two powerful men with strikingly different ethics and loyalties put them on a collision course. Also starring Holly Hunter, Jennifer Ehle, William Sadler, Scoot McNary and Oona Chaplin, and based on the memoir "A Higher Loyalty" by James Comey, the high profile events in the lead up to the 2016 presidential election and the presidency itself come vividly to life from the boardrooms of the FBI and the Oval Office, a revealing insight that unfolds like a thriller in the vein of "All The President's Men" as the Hilary Clinton email scandal, computer hacking, election tipping, the issue of the contacts between Trump's campaign and Russia, and Trump's visit to Russia, it all makes for solid and at times compelling viewing, but it's not without its flaws. Jeff Daniels gives a gives a strong and respectful performance as former FBI Director, James Comey, however, even though Brendan Gleeson gives a firm and colourful performance as President Donald Trump, it at times borders on parody, but when all is said and done, the second part weakens due its excessive length, and because of the freshness of the events a strong sense of deja vu may reduce impact, but overall, even though it isn't "All The President's Men," it's still a solid and worthy viewing experience, and no matter which side you're on, there'll be much to debate long after it's over. Stars: *** RUSH (DVD, Blu-Ray & Streaming on NETFLIX): You don't have to be a racing fan at all to be firmly gripped by Rush, the adrenalin fuelled re-creation of the bitter rivalry between Formula One racing legends James Hunt and Niki Lauda in the 1970's. This is an astonishing achievement from Ron Howard, the Oscar winning director of such films as Apollo 13, A Beautiful Mind, Cocoon and The Da Vinci Code, to name a few, who delivers with a tight grip every moment of the way. Chris Hemsworth gives a career best performance as James Hunt, as does Daniel Bruhl as Niki Lauda, all driven by a tremendously taut and intelligent screenplay by Oscar nominated scribe Peter Morgan, whose other credits include the acclaimed "The Queen," "The Last King of Scotland," "The Other Boleyn Girl," "The Crown," "Frost/Nixon" and "Bohemian Rhapsody," to name a few. Everything about this film excels on every level as you are thrust firmly in the hot seat right in with these waring rivals, and thrust along with the racing sequences are simply mind boggling, so much so, you'd swear it was the real thing. Aided along by startling cinematography by Oscar winner Anthony Dod Mantle (T2: Trainspotting, Slumdog Millionaire), a standout music score (by Hans Zimmer), and lightning speed editing, along with the recent "Ford v Ferrari," this is a hugely entertaining, totally captivating and pulse pounding experience! Stars: ***½

■ Oct 29 - Nov 5. The 11th Korean Film Festival in Australia, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, will this year screen online, and what is great news for avid movie goers is that they will be available for free. There is a total of 18 films making up the program for 2020, and although I haven't seen all of them, it looks like a pretty impressive lineup. For fans of international cinema, this is a ray of cinematic light during what has been a dour year; but it is also the perfect opportunity for those who have yet to experience the type of world-class cinema South Korea has to offer. For full details about KOFFIA 2020, please go to koffia.com.au. I have seen 10 of the 18 films screening, which I will review. Please enjoy. Baseball Girl. 105 minutes. ***½ Formulaic but charming drama that centres on a high school girl who desperately wants to succeed in the male-dominated world of baseball. The characters are believable and nicely etched, and Lee Joo-young is excellent in the title role. By Quantum Physics: A Nightlife Venture. 120 minutes. ***½ A flashy, newly opened nightclub is at the centre of numerous criminal encounters by celebrities, prosecutors and politicians. Stylish, compelling drama suddenly became relevant after the 2019 Burning Sun scandal. Bring Me Home. 108 minutes. **** Lee Young-ae excels in her first big screen appearance since 2005, playing a mother whose young son has been missing for six years, and the horrors she encounters when information brings her to a quiet fishing village. The Man Standing Next. 114 minutes. **** Fascinating true-life drama/ thriller that details the 40 days leading up to the assassination of the South Korean President in 1979. Would make a great double with the 2005 black comedy/thriller The President's Last Bang.

Kim Ji-young, Born 1982. 119 minutes. *** Based on the best-selling book, this heartfelt, very well-acted drama unfortunately excises too much detail, and somewhat shifts the focus away from the author's critical examination of systemic gender inequality. Still a film that needs to be seen. Our Body. 95 minutes. **** Quietly potent look at a 31 yearold woman's journey of self-discovery, and the rigid framework that society places on women, both personally and professionally. A terrific directorial debut for Han Ka-ram, bolstered by a beautifully measured performance by Choi Hee-seo. My Punch-Drunk Boxer. 114 minutes. *** A largely entertaining mix of humour and drama, involving a disgraced boxer diagnosed with punch-drunk syndrome, who wants to make a comeback. The situation changes when he meets new gym member Min-ji (nicely played by ex Girl's Day member Hyeri). There are many poignant and funny moments, but some jarring scenes affect the film's overall impact. Again, a film filled with strong performances. Forbidden Dream. 133 minutes. ***½ Veteran film-maker Hur Jin-ho expertly glides this period true story over its surprisingly benign atmosphere. Strong production values, and superbly anchored by its two seasoned stars, Choi Min-sik and Han Suk-kyu. Maggie. 89 minutes. *** Strikingly offbeat comedy/ drama that is a little too episodic to satisfy as a whole. Still has a lot to recommend, and I look forward to see what debutant director Yi Okseop does next. The House Of Us. 92 minutes. **** Writer/director Yoon Ga-eun follows up her outstanding 2016 drama The World Of Us, concentrating on a new group of girls who are trying to deal with that fine line between childhood fantasy and harsh reality. Yoon's treatment of the subject is exquisite, and the three young stars are simply marvellous.

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Magazine Crossroads By Rob Foenander info@countrycrossroads com.au

Artists for Kids ■ Memo Music Hall St Kilda will stream live the annual Artists for Kids Culture Art Auction this year inclusive of an amazing night of art, music and special guests. Alice Skye, Kylie Auldist, Cookin' on 3 Burners, Rebecca Barnard and Billy Miller, and the Jane Barnes Band plus more are all scheduled to perform. Founded in 1994 by the late and much revered artist David Larwill, last year Artists for Kids Culture granted over $100,000 to kids, enabling them to participate in art and cultural activities that would not otherwise be available to them. 7pm, November 25. www.memomusichall.com.aud Friday

Gold Classics ■ Rob Foenander has released his twelfth album Gold Classics featuring a mix of hits from the 60s and 70s. Recorded over the past six months during COVID lockdown the recording is sure to please his band of followers and others who enjoy a trip down memory lane. The Beatles, Cliff Richard, Elvis, Johnny Mathis and other greats are all remembered on the 15 track album. More info at www.robfomusic.com.au

Craig’s the man ■ Country artist Craig Lloyd - a graduate of the Australian Academy of Country Music has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of the City of Whittlesea. - Rob Foenander

Enjoying the fruit of their labours ■ Apart from a brief stint on his arrival and a later move to Queensland to take up a sugar cane cutting job, Stefano DiGiorgio has always held interests in the Lucindale district of the Limestone Coast, and has been acquiring land and developing farming businesses in the Lucindale district since first arriving. This was through the contracting of services to local councils and farmers. From 1956, he and his family have worked in the area. During his early years in Australia Stefano worked in several farming operations and was admired for his ability to take on any challenge handed to him. Stefano and his wife Rita have four children, Frank, Nanni, Anna and Nicky. Today the entire family work passionately in the family business and have proved a formidable team. The DiGiorgio family farm covers a vast area and includes cattle, sheep and wool production together with interests in horticultural produce as well as viticulture. In 1989 the family set aside four hectares on their Lucindale farm for vines. After much consideration of microclimate, average sunlight hours, water supply and soil testing, the first two hectares of pinot noir and two hectares of cabernet sauvignon were planted. As a result of its initial

● DiGiorgio Wines: a formidable team. the family gradually developed the came proud owners of the second- probably closer in weight to vineyard to its 126 hectares with the oldest winery in the world famous cabernet rather than to shiraz. Do as the natives do in its Spanfinal planting in 1998. Coonawarra district. ish homeland and drink with meaty The varieties planted now enWINE REVIEWS compass cabernet sauvignon, DiGiorgio 2019 Montepulciano tapas. WINE OF THE WEEK merlot, shiraz, pinot noir and ($25): Montepulciano is a red vaDiGiorgio 2018 Coonawarra chardonnay. riety widely planted in Italy and is During the nineties, the fruit was especially popular in the southern Chardonnay ($29): A very modpurchased mainly by the large region of Abruzzi or Abruzzo, ern chardonnay with the emphasis winemaking companies based in where it makes dark, almost brood- very success,much on complexity and restrained use of oak. This Coonawarra and the Limestone ing, wines. Coast. It is more restrained here and dry white exists in the white In 1998, the family decided it would be a fine partner for full- stonefruit and rockmelon specwas time to produce their own flavoured red-sauced pasta, or to trums. A notable feature is the bottled wines from the family's vine- take with you to a good pizza joint. creaminess on the palate. Drink yards and to market these wines DiGiorgio 2019 Tempranillo with white meats such as poultry throughout the world. ($25): Tempranillo seems to be go- and pork, or with rich, whiteInitially, the wines were pro- ing gang-busters in Australia at the sauced pasta. duced at a nearby winery by a con- moment - and for good reason. It NOTE: Potential travellers should tract winemaker. produces sound well balanced dry check the status of individual events Then in March 2002, though a reds such as this one and grows well and establishments with regard to stroke of fortune, the family be- in a range of districts. Its wines are the coronavirus outbreak.

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Observations with Matt Bissett-Johnson

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Top 5 THE TOP 5 COMMENTS HEARD FROM JOCKEY JOCKEYSS DURING THE RUNNING OF THE MELBOURNE CUP CUP.. 5.“Hey Ollie, I’ve got your horse in the Sweep”. 4.“Anyone got a safety pin?” 3.“Don’t look now but the battery’s sticking out of your whip”. 2.“Which one of you is Eugene?” 1.“Who farted?”

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Can Russian Camelot atone in Cox Plate?

■ Punters are still sticking with the Danny O'Brien star galloper, Russian Camelot, despite his surprise defeat by top Western Australian mare, Arcadian Queen, in the Caulfield Stakes. Like us, horses can have a day off, and this could have been the case at Caulfield. The TAB has him just on top in Cox Plate betting, from his nemesis in the Caulfield Stakes. He had the prefect run and after looking the winner was quickly grabbed by the star Western Australian who won comfortably. It appears that both Danny O'Brien and his rider, Damien Oliver, weren't overly concerned, and feel you will see the real Russian Camelot go around in the Cox Plate this Saturday. It's commonly known in racing that horses second up, don't fire that well. The big plus for Russian Camelot, according to both trainer and jockey that there will be more pressure on in the Cox Plate than there was in the Caulfield Stakes over the 20240 metre trip. I wholehearted agree that he will be spot on when he takes to the tighter Moonee Valley track come this Saturday. Admittedly you have got to hand it to Arcadia Queen the way she won, but I felt she had the run to suit her. I am looking forward to a different story here. Arcadia Queen, with her regular hoop, the Wizard from the West, Willy Pike, naturally will be hard to beat, but the pressure will be the big thing come Saturday. On the next line is the international galloper, Armory, having his first start in Australia. Yet another of the powerful Aidan O'Brien stable, only a three-year-old by Northern Hemisphere standards, and has won four of his 11 starts with five minors. He is superbly bred being by the former Derby winner, Galileo. He won at the Curragh and was fourth in the Irish Guineas. So, the distance will be right up his alley. You have to respect any that Aidan sends to Australia, especially for the Cox Plate, as he won the big one here with Adelaide back in 2014, ridden by one of the best in the world in Ryan Moore, so he knows what is all about. Right behind him in the Cox Plate market, and tight is Sir Dragonet, just under double figure odds. One of the most interesting things to note about him he is by the same sire as Russian Camelot, aptly named Camelot. He has had nine starts, little racing, now a five-year-old, with four seconds. Back in July, he won the coveted York Stakes, a Group 2 event, so the record speaks for itself. After the Cox Plate the horse will go on to be trained by the leading combination of Ciaron Maher and David Eustace. On the next line is another international like the previous two, having his first in Australia and around the tricky saucer track at Moonee Valley. The horse, Aspetar, is French-bred, being by Al Kazeem, and prepared by Roger Charlton, having won five of his 13 starts with four placings. Back in July, he won the York Stakes, a Group two event in good style.

● Arcadian Queen beats Russian Camelot.Racing Photos. 15, was good. When they jumped, she proved too good for the opposition, beating another good mare, Funstar, and Riodini. That was over 1600 metres, working her way up from winning over 1200 metres, but the distance won't worry her, being by a former Cox Plate winner in Savabeel, who won the classic back in 2004. Another good type is Kolding, who at his last outing, beat Star of the Seas, and Imaging. He has raced in Melbourne, but has failed to put his best foot forward. On his day he can hold his own as in the George Main Stakes over 1600m metres in Sydney. Humidor, now in the care of top trainer, Chris Waller, has got a new zest for racing after being with former Western Australian trainer Lindsay Smith.

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Since joining the Waller team, he has shown plenty of spark for an eight-year-old, winning the Feehan Stakes at Moonee Valley back on September 20. Then he was a good second behind Russian Camelot in the Underwood at Caulfield over 1800 metres. Last start he finished third behind Arcadia Queen and Russian Camelot, in the Caulfield Stakes on Guineas Day. It was only a couple of years ago that he gave Winx a fright at Moonee Valley in the Cox Plate. Despite his age, the way he is racing, he has got to be a chance, especially at the Valley, which he loves. Another of the Aidan O'Brien entries is the good five-year-old mare, Magic Wand, who won the Group Two main race at the Curragh in Ireland in June. By the English Derby winner, Galileo, she has won four of her 28 starts with 11 placings. above, are Avilius, and Finche. Next, we have the good galloper Fierce Impact, by the top Japanese Sire, Deep Impact, with plenty of ability.

Country Cups

■ Despite the Virus hitting everybody, including the racing scene, country clubs are doing their best to have a big day for their Cup meetings, despite the battle royal they are going through. As go to press today (Wed.), Geelong is holding its Cup meeting with a few of the internationals strutting their stuff in the Cup. The Sale Cup will be run on the magnificent Wattle Green track, with the Club hoping for good entries. Then, on t October 28, Bendigo will have its go to turn on the works with its Cup meeting, always with good fields and plenty of stars trying to win the big one.

Looking for a Professional to run the show? The good four-old-year Sydney mare, Probabeel, could be a surprise packet, although way up in class. Her win in the Epsom Handicap after drawing the car park in barrier 18, coming in about

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10 race card at Maryborough ■ Maryborough commenced the week on Monday with a 10 race card sponsored by Harness Breeders Victoria for maiden two, three and open age horses races over 2190 and 1690 metres. Specialist Riddell based trotting trainer Chris Lang started the day on a high note, when Muscle Hill-Miss Bullion gelding Bullion Harry bred and raced by Richard and Pauline Matthews scored in the 2190 metre Two Year Old Maiden. Spending most of the race four back along the markers from an inside second line draw, Bullion Harry after easing four wide on the home turn, finished strongly to blouse Meadowvalley Lover (one/one - three wide home turn) by a half neck in the shadows of the post, with Honey Bourbon 10.6 metres back after leading out, then taking a trail on the favourite Dream Inception. The mile rate 2-02.

Over the moon ■ Toolern Vale trainer Kim Procter would have been "over the moon" when Used To Me-My Dreamweaver gelding Bitofadreamer bred by Yabby Dam Farms saluted the judge in the 2190m Three Year Old Maiden. Raced by Kim in partnership with Trotguide journalist Paul Courts, Nathan Barnes, Samara Towers, Melanie Jordon, Dave Procter and Janelle Courts, Abitofadreamer starting from inside the second line was quickly eased into the running line by John Justice to possie three back in the moving line as rank outsider Tiara Stride led from gate five. Making the final bend four wide, Abitofadreamer finished best to record a 3.9 metre margin over Aldebaran Stevie (three wide) ahead of him, with Cork third a half head away after moving off the back of the weakening leader on turning only to be held up for a clear run. The mile rate 2-03.3.

Shock winner ■ Popular Footscray owner/breeder Alan Faux's Four Starzzz Shark-Spirit Of Smooth gelding Triple Zed was a shock winner of the 1690 metre Three Year Old Maiden Pace, paying TAB odds of $57.70. Trained and driven by Dunnstown's David Murphy, Triple Zed went forward from gate six to park outside the leader Andres before surging clear prior to the home turn. With challengers coming from all directions in the straight, Triple Zed kept on giving to record a 2.2 metre margin over Isolation and Elandcee Youandme to return a mile rate of 1-56.3.

Half neck by head ■ Burrumbeet trainer/driver Mick Stanley was successful with Perth millionaire Robert Watson's beautifully bred Bettors Delight-Pixel Perfect filly Soho Broadway in the 1690 metre Two Year Old Maiden, leading throughout from gate two, accounting for Blaze Coops which raced exposed, with Keayang Arizona third after trailing the winner. The margins a half neck by a head in 1-56.1.

Rivals standing ■ Terang trainer/driver Mattie Craven on a roll after winning last Saturday's Group 1 Aldebaran Sprint with Pink Galahs, scored a dominant victory in the 2190m 3Y0 Trotters Maiden with Sportswriter-Our Crime Of Passion filly Queen Of Crime much to the delight of owner/breeders Tony & Pam Coniglio. Going forward from gate three on the second line to take over entering the straight on the first occasion, Queen Of Crime at start six, left her rivals standing in the last lap to register a gigantic 31 metre margin from Hammers Pegasus (five back the markers) and Reigning Lillies which used inside runs from four back the markers to be third 12.5 metres away. The mile rate 2-01.1.

Drive of the night ■ Monegeetta concessional reinsman Jayden Barker was responsible for the "drive of the night" at Bendigo on Tuesday after winning the J & A

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with Len Baker Mazzetti Painting Pace over 1650 metres for trainer buddy Nick Beale aboard 4Y0 Bettors Delight-Majestic Reign gelding Reign Maker. Caught outside the leader Neander Guy (gate two) inside him, Barker never panicked at any stage before moving to join the pacemaker on the final bend. Travelling strongly on straightening, Reign Maker scored by 1.9 metres with plenty in hand from Neander Guy, with Blazin Cracker (one/ one - three wide last lap) third 1.7 metres back. The mile rate 1-58.1.

Run of the race ■ Echuca's Susan Hunter chalked up another victory with her 5Y0 Armbro Invasion-Lime And Lemonade mare Caprioska who chalked up her fourth success by taking the Southern Cross Office Equipment (SCOE) Trotters Handicap over 2150 metres. Raced by Susan and husband Shane Gloury, Caprioska from the pole enjoyed the run of the race trailing the leader Whattalotafrey which flew away from barrier three. Coming away from the inside approaching the home turn, Caprioska dashed clear, but only just lasted by a half head from the 40 metre backmarker Daquiri which followed her for most of the race. Iron mare Fear Not (one/two) was third 1.7 metres away. The mile rate 2-03.

Eased away ■ Anthony Butt down from Sydney for the Summer Carnival snared the 2150 metre Bush's Produce 2Y0 Pace with CaptaintrecherousSouthwind Arden colt Platinum Stride to record his first win in six outings. Going forward from gate three to take the lead away from stablemate Vanquish Stride shortly after the start, Platinum Stride was never headed, scoring by 3.9 metres in 1-55.4 over Rock N Roll Doo (death last lap - behind winner home turn) after Vanquish Stride eased away from the markers in finishing third 3 metres back.

Dashed home ■ Ardmona's Donna Castles and Doc Wilson provided a long shot winner in 5Y0 MaffiosoSass And Bling gelding Sasscilian which scored in the TAB Long May We Play Pace over 1650 metres. Trailing the leader Wonderforce (gate 4) from the pole, Sasscillian dashed home along the sprint lane to register a 4.4 metre victory over the leader in a mile rate of 1-57.9. Be Who You Are was third a half neck back after trailing the pair.

Raced exposed ■ At Kilmore, Shepparton's Kima Frenning brought up two wins in succession with 8Y0 Jeremes Jet-Bip Bopper gelding Bopper Jet by taking the Kilmore Trackside Claiming Pace over 1690 metres. Driven by Greg Sugars, Bopper Jet (claiming price $15,000) raced exposed outside Elroy Jetson, but proved too strong at the finish, scoring by 3.5 metres in a slick 1-54.1. Be A Major Threat (three wide last lap from the rear) was third a head away.

Strong finish ■ The TAB Long May We Play Pace over 2180 metres saw Shepparton (Bunbartha) trainer/driver John Newberry victorious aboard 5Y0 Village Jolt-Shez Madam Jasper mare Shez Elite in 2-01.6. Settling mid-field in the moving line from gate two on the second row, Shez Elite received a beaut three wide trail home in the last lap on the back of Crowbar Johnson (one/one) which left the prime position and despite making the final bend very wide, finished strongly to blouse the pacemaker Shesalwaysdreaming by 3.3 metres in a rate of 2-01.6. Village Skipper looked the unlucky runner after easing off the leaders back on turning only to lock wheels losing valuable ground, then finishing fast to finish third a neck away.

Smart type ■ Mt Cottrell trainer/driver John Nicholson landed the 1690 metre Happy Birthday Dempsy Grace 2Y0 Pace with a smart type in beautifully bred Captaintreacherous-Slip Slop Slap colt Alby Two Chains, leading virtually throughout from gate six to defeat Dabyminga which raced outside him from the bell by 4.5 metres, with Covered Kylie (one/one last lap) third 1.9 metres back. The mile rate 1-58.1.

Nice ride home ■ Lara trainer Amanda Grieve tasted success when 4Y0 Live Or Die-Make It Brief mare Im Short And Sweet greeted the judge in the Worlds Best Hoof Oil Pace over 1690 metres. Driven by Chris Alford, Im Short And Sweet was taken back from gate five at the start to possie four back in the moving line as Beat The Drums went forward from outside the front line to lead. Gaining a nice ride home for the final circuit on the back of Nats A Christian, Im Short And Sweet ran home best to prevail by 2.3 metres in 1-57.7 from Speed Dating which followed the pacemaker. Nats A Christian held down third 2.9 metres away.

From front line ■ At Terang, Dunnstown's David Murphy snared a double with 9Y0 Courage Under FireSealed With A Kiss gelding Image Of Courage taking the Madden's Lawyers Pace over 1690 metres and 6Y0 Metropolitan-Beach Kat gelding Metro Man the Directwear - Workwear Specialists Pace over the same trip. Image Of Courage driven by teenage son Brent, went forward from outside the front line to race uncovered, kicking away on turning to record a 4.1 metre margin over the leader For Tony, with Aboutagirl (three back the markers) third a neck away. The mile rate 1-58.8. Metro Man with David in the sulky led throughout from gate three to easily account for Ashara which trailed and Seeking Thoughts which raced exposed. The margins 6.9 metres by a head in 1-59.7.

Happy hunting ■ Berringa (Central Highlands) co-trainers Beau and AJ Tindale have found Terang to be a happy hunting ground of late and chalked up a double after Image Of Starzzz greeted the judge in the 2180 metre TAB Long May We Play Pace and Rosarito Miss the 280 metre Crawley's Hotel Terang Pace. Image Of Starzzz, a 4Y0 Four StarzzzSharkIllustrator entire driven by Hamilton's Jackie Barker, led throughout at odds of $50.20 to defeat Miss What Usain (one/one at bell) by 3.7 metres in 1-58.6. Jilliby Nitro (one/two - three wide home turn) was third 1.4 metres back. Three year old filly Rosarito Miss (PetrockDouble Justice) driven by Sofia Arvidsson emulated her victory two weeks earlier on the track, coming from the tail of the field to make the home turn very wide and sweep home to blouse the leader Blue Vein Fitz by a neck, with Rebeccas Art (one/one last lap) third 4.1 metres away. The mile rate 1-58.3.

Sulky Snippets This Week

■ Wednesday - Melton/Echuca, Thursday Ballarat, Friday - Stawell/Melton, Saturday Mildura, Sunday - Maryborough, Monday Shepparton, Tuesday - Cranbourne.

Horses to follow

■ Is That A Bid, Meydan, Hammers Pegasus, Giveitatry, Caesar Moon, Miss What Usain, Viva La Rock, Dynamic Legacy.

Heavily supported

■ Shelbourne trainer Kate Hargreaves combined with Jason Lee to land the Greaveseys Fruit N Veg Terang Trotters Handicap over 2180 metres with Majestic Son-Focus On Me 5Y0 gelding Well Defined in a mile rate of 2-06.3. Beginning brilliantly from 10 metres, Well Defined led virtually all of the way, running his rivals ragged to prevail by 2.2 metres over Scruffy Doolan which raced in the open from the bell after a slow beginning. The heavily supported Fratellino first up for Avenel's Josh Duggan was third 2.6 metres back after trailing the winner.

Sweet passage

■ Wahring trainer Rosie Weidenbach combined with son Kevin to provide an upset winner at Shepparton on Thursday after 4Y0 Well SaidJohnola Babe gelding Well Well greeted the judge in the 2190 metre Neatline Homes Pace at tote odds of $47.70. Given a sweet passage one/one from gate three, Well Well was eased three wide on the home turn and finished best to defeat the leader Tuakana by a head, with Argy Bargy third 6.4 metres away after racing in the open. The mile rate 2-01.1.

Raced clear

■ Kyabram trainer/driver Brent Thomson was victorious with BetterthancheddarLifeinthecountry 4Y0 mare Lifeinquestion on debut in the 1690 metre Shepparton BMW Maiden Pace, returning a mile rate of two minutes even. Settling one/one from gate five, Lifeinquestion after easing three wide on the final bend raced clear in the straight to record a 3.1 metre margin over Caesar Moon from midfield and Viking Cruz (four wide home turn) from the rear with both locking wheels on the home turn impeding their chances. The margin between the pair 3.4 metres.

Deserved victory

■ Three year old Courage Under Fire-Under The Mattrress gelding Scorcha, a full brother to 1916 Perth Inter Dominion winner Smolda scored a well deserved victory in the 2190 metre Cottrell's Electrica; Pace over 2190 metres. Raced by Wangaratta's Blackshaw family (Bernie, Margaret and Paul), Scorcha bred by Paul, trained at Chiltern by Peter Romero and driven by Chris Alford starting from gate four on the second line was off and running in the back straight on the first occasion to arrest the lead away from stablemate Rambunctios and had the race at his mercy. Although Sweet Louise (one/one) issued a challenge approaching the home turn, Scorcha safely held her to register a 4.6 metre margin. Ma Katie was third 14.1 metres back from midfield in the moving line. The mile rate 1-58.5. - Len Baker

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